dictate

²dic·tate

noun \ˈdik-ˌtāt\

Definition of DICTATE

1

a : an authoritative rule, prescription, or injunction b : a ruling principle <according to the dictates of your conscience>

2

: a command by one in authority

Examples of DICTATE

1. <a starchily worded dictate from on high concerning the company's dress code>

First Known Use of DICTATE

1594

Related to DICTATE

Synonyms: behest, charge, commandment, decree, command, direction, directive, do, edict, imperative, injunction, instruction, order, word

Related Words: demand, requirement; mandate; countermand, counterorder; law, precept, prescript, prescription, rule; ordinance, regulation, statute

Near Antonyms: appeal, entreaty, petition, plea, urging; proposal, recommendation, suggestion

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